Everything You Need To Know About Concrete Resurfacing
Overtime driveways, paths and floors made from concrete become damaged through a number of factors. Concrete resurfacing allows for a more affordable, efficient and durable method of fixing damaged concrete surfaces. Removing old concrete and starting from the beginning is lengthy, hard labour and expensive. Therefore, concrete resurfacing provides anti-slip coatings, decorative resurfacing and more strength added to the damaged surface. At BF Spray Paving, we provide exceptional service when dealing with concrete resurfacing. We are experienced, professionally and skill-fully trained to resolve the issues with broken concrete surfaces and revitalise them to new and aesthetic value. Before wanting to have the concrete in your residents or commercial building resurfaced, there are a number of different areas to be known about the basics of concrete resurfacing.
Concrete resurfacing has multiple processes and components within. The type of design, textures, location, labour, costs, restrictions and more are all various factors to be considered. The procedure is, however, more affordable and efficient than replacing and pouring new concrete to the area.
What is concrete resurfacing?
Concrete resurfacing consists of adding a decorative layer of concrete on top of an existing concrete surface. It provides a decorative look involving cement-based overlays or polymer-modified overlay systems. Depending on the type of surface will determine which procedure is used. Concrete resurfacing can take from 1-4 days, again, depending on the location and how large the area needs concrete resurfacing.
What is the general process of concrete resurfacing?
Professional measures have to be applied when dealing with concrete resurfacer for safety and preventing further damage reasons. The general steps most qualified and accomplished concrete resurfacing tradesmen take are:
- Planning the design and process – this involves talking to the client to determine their needs and wants with the general design. Textures, patterns and colours are discussed. Also, viewing the location where the trade will occur happens so the tradesmen can prepare for the job. Discussion on prices also result from this step before beginning.
- Cleaning – detailed cleaning of the site happens to ensure safety and a smooth layer to be operated on
- The actual process – often it involves priming the concrete as well as applying a thin base coat. With this, the design is processed and later a weather-proof sealant is overlaid for protection of the weather and acts and an anti-slip coating.
What are the benefits of concrete resurfacing?
There are a number of various positives which come with concrete resurfacing. Especially driveway resurfacing, this process is extremely beneficial for the clients, such as:
- Less expensive – the process is a lot less expensive than removing the current concrete and applying a new layer. There are less materials and equipment involved and also less intense labour required.
- Fast installation times – when compared to regular concrete practices, concrete resurfacing takes a lot less time to complete. Often only 1-4 days depending on the size of the area, this process is definitely quicker than alternative options.
- Sustainability – less waste is resulted from concrete resurfacing when compared to adding a completely new concrete section. Thus, the operation is more environmentally friendly.
- Strengthening the existing concrete – with our services, we cover up the cracks and damage of the previous concrete slabs/ sections. This, in turn, allows the older section to strengthen. The lifespan of the concreted section is improved as both improvements to the old and a newer level have been applied
- Long lasting – being durable allows for the concrete to hold for longer periods of up to 50 years. This will add value, also, to your home due to the strength and design factors. Furthermore, the ani-weather layer included in the procedure additionally protects the surface from being further damaged by weather, like rain or intense sun.
Restrictions and preparations needed with concrete resurfacing
Before entering plans to resurface concrete, if there are major cracks in the existing concrete they need to be patched up. Concrete resurfacing can cover smaller ones, but substantial cracks need to be repaired. The smaller to medium ones are handled with applying epoxy and silica sand mix to mend the damage. This won’t help larger inconveniences. Additionally, if there are structural damage associated with the concrete, resurfacing will also not resolve the damage done.
Another process of preparing for concrete resurfacing comes in the form that a sound foundation of concrete needs to be present. This includes the base concrete for the resurfacing not being flaky, chalky, weak or dusty as the coatings of the resurfacing may come off. Grinding of the cement laitance off the top will need to occur if this is the situation to ensure a solid foundation is present.
How Much does concrete resurfacing cost?
Simply put, concrete resurfacing is much cheaper and not as time consuming as replacing the current concrete. If planning on doing the process personally, it may take more time, money and resources as unfamiliar may result in more problems and errors. If you are using a trained person, it depends on their prices also. This will be influenced by the space which is being resurfaced, as well as, the amount of colours, type of design and textures involved.
Utilise our experienced concrete resurfacing skills for your next concrete upgrade!
Here at BF Spray Paving we are a fully trained and licensed company aiming to provide the best concrete resurfacing in Sydney. We have the knowledge to deal with all locations and provide to you our honest truths and possibilities with your concrete desires. Concrete resurfacing is our speciality and we know how to upgrade the value and aesthetics, as well as, safety of your home. Call either 0424 176 193 or 0435 057 852 or email bfspraypaving@gmail.com to be in touch with our services. We work in all of Sydney, which has given us the chance to gain valuable experience which we will apply to your home. We also provide concrete polishing and water based epoxy services!
You will be happy with yourself after seeing how fresh and nice your home will look after having your concrete resurfaced by us!